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Micky van de Ven scored twice as Spurs extended their unbeaten run in away games in the Premier League and handed the Toffees their first defeat at their new home.

Everton were undefeated in their last five matches at their recently opened stadium at the dockside location, having departed Goodison Park behind after 133 years at the end of last season.

But Spurs captain Van de Ven pounced twice from corners in the opening 45 minutes to place their impressive record at risk, and they were failed to mount a comeback before the midfielder - set up by ex-Everton forward the Brazilian - nodded in a final goal to seal the victory.

The Everton defender believed he had equalized the tally five minutes after Van de Ven's first goal, glancing a powerful header past Guglielmo Vicario from an Everton corner.

Beto, in the meantime, missed a handful of opportunities, while the Italian goalkeeper made a succession of fine saves to guarantee the London club went five matches on the road unbeaten in the Premier League.

But the video assistant referee stepped in, instructing Craig Pawson to review the score on the pitchside monitor and the official ruled that Jack Grealish and Iliman Ndiaye were in offside positions and had impeded with the Tottenham goalkeeper.

The win elevates the manager's team into third place in the Premier League, a handful of points off local foes and leaders Arsenal.

The Merseyside club remain in 14th position and sit half a dozen points clear of the drop zone.

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Following a drab weekday performance in the European competition against Monaco, where they mustered a only attempts on target, Frank opted for the French striker in attack instead of former Toffees player Richarlison.

The new arrival was failed to make much of an impact before being replaced for the substitute after 60 minutes on the pitch, but it turns out he wasn't needed in the final outcome.

Centre-back the Dutchman converted into an offensive threat to be feared.

Spurs' first goal came from a cleverly executed corner routine, with the midfielder directing the ball back across the six-yard box for an unmarked the defender to score.

And the captain - stepping up as captain in the Argentine's unavailability - added his second in first-half stoppage time as he rose above the England keeper to head home.

Van de Ven was just as impressive in defensive duties, partnering effectively with Kevin Danso as the duo dealt excellently with the 34 crosses sent their way by Everton.

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Everton's recent stadium had been a fortress, but it appears the novelty may have worn off slightly and supporters flocked to the gates after Sarr's final goal for Spurs.

The end in the team's unbeaten home run won't be a major concern for David Moyes, but their attacking woes are.

Beto and the other striker - the Toffees' pair of established centre-forwards - had scored only one league goal between them before the weekend's outing.

And they were failed to contribute to that miserable record on a damp and dreary evening on Merseyside.

Beto's performance was epitomized when he chose to bicycle-kick a golden opportunity from near the goal, even with having room and time to readjust for a more conventional shot that would have tested the keeper.

Barry, as well, was unable to influence the game after replacing the starter in the second half.

It was not for a shortage of opportunity. Most of the home side's attacks came through the winger and Ndiaye, who tirelessly delivered dangerous crosses into the Spurs box.

Upcoming fixtures for these two sides?

The Toffees: Moyes' men head to Sunderland in the Premier League on early November at 8 PM.

Spurs: Spurs travel to St James' Park on late October for their next round Carabao Cup match against the Magpies.